Year: 1991

Owner: Craig Mullen

Driver: Craig and Justin Mullen (Monroe, Wash.)

Model Builder: Craig Mullen

Construction: Plywood over foam

Year Built: 2005

Radio: Spektrum

Motor: Himax 3630-1500 brushless

Speed Control: Castle Hydra

Propeller: Octura x447, Graupner 45mm

Paint: Red, white and blue

Graphics: Mike Gossler at Pacific Graphics

Notes about the model: The 2008 season will be a test year for the American Spirit in ERCU, which has run in other clubs including Classic Thunder in previous years.

Notes about the real boat: The real boat was owned by Ron Jones, Jr., and Steve Woomer. Driven by Mark Evans, the boat won the 1991 Madison Regatta.

Notes about 2007: The boat did not run during the 2007 season.

photos courtesy of Classic Thunder